Engineering Manager at Entain

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Leadership, Agile Methodologies, Java, Angular, JavaScript, Distributed Systems, Object-Oriented Design, System Design, High-Availability Applications, SDLC, CI/CD Automation, Testing Strategies, Application Security, Monitoring, Logging, Performance Optimisation, Problem-Solving

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description Entain Group and MGM Resorts International have created BetMGM — a brand built to make sports betting, gaming and entertainment unforgettable. Together, we’re not just redefining the future, we’re making it legendary. Sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment is changing, and we’re leading that change. By putting people first. By placing exciting, engaging and entertaining experiences at more fingertips than ever before. We're pulling into pole position by pushing boundaries further. With innovation. With technology. But most importantly, with people like you. Because when you join Entain, it’s your game. So let’s win together. Job Description As the Engineering Manager you will be accountable for the end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-squad initiatives working on BetMGM projects. Reporting to the Engineering Director, you will blend your technical depth with strong delivery and people leadership. You will be the technical custodian for key systems, partner closely with Product counterparts and ensure that your squads deliver predictable, high-quality outcomes. You will play a critical role in developing engineering talent, strengthening engineering standards and contributing to cross-team strategy. Key Responsibilities • Own end-to-end delivery of complex engineering initiatives, driving predictable, high-quality outcomes aligned with business priorities. • Provide hands-on technical leadership when required, acting as custodian for system architecture, design decisions and critical components. • Lead design reviews, address technical debt and ensure systems meet non-functional requirements such as security, reliability, and performance. • Collaborate closely with Product, Tech Leads, and peer Engineering Managers to plan, prioritise and negotiate trade-offs across scope, quality and timelines. • Manage cross-team dependencies and risks, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout delivery. • Drive operational excellence by tracking execution metrics, improving engineering practices and maintaining a sustainable delivery pace. • Lead and grow high-performing teams through coaching, performance management, career development and recruitment. • Influence beyond your pod by contributing to group-wide engineering standards, resolving cross-team challenges and sharing best practices. Qualifications Specialist Skills and Experience Essential • Strong engineering foundation with a graduate or post-graduate degree in a relevant discipline. • Extensive experience of delivering large-scale enterprise software with modern engineering practices. • Proven engineering leadership experience, leading and motivating cross-functional teams using Agile/XP methodologies. • Deep technical expertise across Java, Angular/JavaScript, distributed systems, object-oriented and system design, and building scalable, high-availability applications. • Comprehensive understanding of the full SDLC, including CI/CD automation, testing strategies, application security, monitoring, logging and performance optimisation. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with experience resolving complex architectural and operational challenges. • Excellent communication skills and a strong product mindset, capable of engaging technical and non-technical stakeholders and enabling customer-focused outcomes. Additional Information At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning. Depending on your role and location, you can expect to receive benefits like A regular bonus Healthcare support A stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme Extensive learning and development opportunities Wellbeing support and so much more. And outside of this, you’ll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes, join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves. Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us. At Entain, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated. We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally. Advertising Department: Technology Referral Band: ♣

Responsibilities

The Engineering Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex engineering initiatives and ensuring high-quality outcomes. They will also provide technical leadership and manage cross-team dependencies.